Beaufort County - Solid Waste Hauling from Convenience Centers - RFP 121026 (2026)
Beaufort CountyCounty · Beaufort, SC- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Victoria Hoffman
- (843) 255-2735
The 30-second brief
Beaufort County Solid Waste & Recycling is soliciting proposals for waste hauling services across nine convenience centers. The selected vendor will provide containers, equipment, vehicles, labor, and transportation to collect and haul municipal solid waste (MSW), construction and demolition (C&D) debris, bulky waste, and yard waste to designated facilities including Hickory Hill Landfill, Oakwood Landfill, and Oliver's Clean Burn. Services include container exchanges, compactor rental, hauling fees, and supporting ongoing waste reduction and diversion initiatives. Submissions are due by December 10, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on December 1, 2026, and questions due by December 3, 2026. Vendors must meet strict insurance, licensing, and bonding requirements.
Container Rental Fee, Container Hauling Fee, Compactor Rental Fee
Cost & Pricing Proposal (25%), Relevant Experience and Qualifications (25%), Operational Capacity and Equipment (25%), Service Approach and Performance Management (25%)
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Summary
Beaufort County Solid Waste & Recycling is soliciting proposals for waste hauling services across nine convenience centers.
The selected vendor will provide containers, equipment, vehicles, labor, and transportation to collect and haul municipal solid waste (MSW), construction and demolition (C&D) debris, bulky waste, and yard waste to designated facilities including Hickory Hill Landfill, Oakwood Landfill, and Oliver's Clean Burn. Services include container exchanges, compactor rental, hauling fees, and supporting ongoing waste reduction and diversion initiatives. Submissions are due by December 10, 2026, with a pre-proposal meeting on December 1, 2026, and questions due by December 3, 2026. Vendors must meet strict insurance, licensing, and bonding requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Container Rental Fee
- Container Hauling Fee
- Compactor Rental Fee
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Licenses and Certificate of Insurance
- Certification regarding Debarment
- Non-Segregated Facilities Certification
- Proposal (excluding pricing)
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bcgov
- Scope location
- Beaufort, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Beaufort County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/bcgov. For questions, contact Victoria Hoffman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Beaufort County in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Victoria Hoffman at (843) 255-2735. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Container Rental Fee, Container Hauling Fee, Compactor Rental Fee. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost & Pricing Proposal (25%), Relevant Experience and Qualifications (25%), Operational Capacity and Equipment (25%), Service Approach and Performance Management (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Beaufort County?
All active and historical solicitations from Beaufort County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Beaufort County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Licenses and Certificate of Insurance, Certification regarding Debarment, Non-Segregated Facilities Certification, Proposal (excluding pricing). Review the full document from Beaufort County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Beaufort, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.